Get acquainted with the rich history surrounding the African Americans settlers in Phoenix at the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center. As you enter the gates of the museum, a magnanimous statue of George Washington Carver welcomes you. Carver was well-loved by the locals because of his contribution to the development of agriculture. A popular exhibit is 'That Which Might Have Been Birmingham 1963', that was created to honor the memory of those who died and were injured in the bombings at a Sunday school in Alabama. The museum also houses a vast collection of archives on the African Americans.
Modified Arts is different from any other traditional art gallery as it hosts performing arts events too. This place started out as a popular venue for live music but slowly earned the reputation of being an art gallery as well. Bringing together local, national and global artists, exhibitions schedules here are popular with local art buffs,. No two days are alike, so it doesn't matter if you are there for the first or the fiftieth time as your experience is bound to be a unique one. The gallery also available for rent by the day or week and is perfect for a variety of events, be it meetings, weddings or photo shoot. Check website for more.
Eye Lounge is a gallery run collectively by artists and committed to promoting upcoming talent. Established in 1999, the artists used to host group exhibitions at Ice House and Mesa Contemporary Arts until they moved to this address in 2001. The low ceiling space that opens on to a larger room and a small back room gives the gallery a sophisticated feel. Visitors will be delighted by the range of artworks that cover a variety of genres, theme and medium. The local art community look forward to special exhibitions hosted by the gallery on the first Friday of every month.
Uno de los más grandes en el suroeste, el Museo de Arte de Phoenix contiene una impresionante colección de exhibiciones de todo el mundo. Entre las colecciones permanentes se destacan decoraciones de interior en miniatura y arte del siglo XX. El museo también cuenta con piezas de arte contemporáneo y diseño de modas, con colecciones internacionales de Europa, Asia, América Latina y el Oeste de Estados Unidos. Para los más chicos, el museo ofrece exhibiciones interactivas en el espacio PhxArtKids. Las colecciones itinerantes siempre se incluyen entre las atracciones principales del museo. Entre las colecciones del museo se destacan los trabajos de Sui Jianguo, Lawrence Weiner y Pete Wegner.
Construida en 1912 por John Sedler, esta casa histórica tiene una gran importancia arquitectónica por su tamaño excepcional y su inusual estilo bungaló. Esta casa tiene dos características que la diferencian de sus pares: es de dos plantas, algo poco usual para la época en la que se construyó, y cuenta con un sistema de energía solar que sirve para calentar agua. La propiedad también cuenta con lagunas con carpas doradas, aviarios y jardines. En la actualidad, la casa funciona como centro cultural y hasta se pueden celebrar bodas. El ingreso no está permitido todos los días, por lo que se recomienda que se comuniquen previamente. El lugar tiene pocos accesos para sillas de ruedas.
Spend a few hours at Garfield Galleria; a simple structure that houses 13 spaces of varying sizes dedicated to art and art exhibition. The galleries and working studios within are owned and rented by independent artists and host special events through the month. While certain spaces are fixed in terms of artist or medium, the others make way for an ever changing schedule of art appreciation. For instance, Studio 200E functions both as a studio and gallery space for photographer Margaret Wright. And at Marisabel's Studio Boutique, visitors can study her paintings while also picking up pieces of jewelery created by her. Garfield Galleria provides an eclectic mix for all art buffs.
Well known among art enthusiasts, Lisa Sette Gallery exhibits paintings, sculptures, photography, installation art and even holds performances. The gallery reflects its refreshing attitude and idealism in the way it functions. The gallery holds over multiple exhibitions in a year, with works from around the world. The gallery also features works of artists Mark Klett and Lalla Essaydi, which are otherwise difficult to find. The art gallery chooses to keep a direct and personal relationship with the artists and collectors, adding a nice touch to the whole proceedings.
Originalmente construida a principios de la década de 1920, esta casa al estilo de Santa Fé ubicada cerca de la montaña Camelback se convirtió en un paraíso de eventos y cursos de bellas artes. Entre las colecciones se destaca una réplica de la década de 1890 de una mansión colonial. La casa fue comprada por la ciudad de Phoenix y luego convertida en un centro y galería de arte. Las colecciones incluyen trabajos de artistas famosos de Arizona y de todo el país. Pueden visitar el museo durante la semana, pero recuerden que sus puertas permanecen cerradas los domingos y feriados principales.